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On-road pricing varies by dealer. Range and charging figures are manufacturer test claims; weather, speed, traffic, charger output, battery temperature and driving style affect real results.
Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the RIDDARA RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.
Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 13,196
Total Interest
ZAR 191,734
Total Payable
ZAR 791,734
PrincipalInterest
* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.
Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu
RIDDARA RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh
RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and electric power.
Its one rear motor produces 180 kW and 309 Nm, while a 63 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery supports a 373 km NEDC claim. The local sheet publishes 1,115 kg payload, 2,500 kg towing, 90 kW DC charging and 6.6 kW AC charging. A verified South African retail price of R747,500 gives buyers a real finance starting point rather than an estimate. Single rear motor: 180 kW and 309 Nm; 63 kWh LFP battery; 373 km NEDC range; 90 kW DC and 6.6 kW AC charging. Entry current derivative with rear-wheel drive, 17-inch wheels, synthetic-leather seats, reversing camera and automatic air conditioning. Best for price-conscious private or fleet users whose repeated routes fit predictable charging and who need meaningful payload without electric 4WD. Measure energy at legal speed with representative payload, plan reliable charge stops and keep a reserve. Towing up to the published 2,500 kg limit can reduce usable range sharply. Its 225 mm unladen clearance helps on maintained gravel, but no 2WD wading figure or low-range hardware is claimed. Confirm battery capacity, driven wheels, charging cable and port, tyre size, payload, tow rating, warranty registration and fitted safety equipment. A laboratory range number is a comparison tool, not a promise for every payload, trailer, headwind or temperature. If towing, subtract accessories and passengers from legal payload, verify the towbar and connector, and plan chargers that can accept the coupled vehicle or provide safe uncoupling space. At handover, match VIN-linked warranty and equipment to the invoice, photograph the supplied cables, pair the normal phone and ask who handles roadside recovery when the high-voltage battery is low or a charging session fails. A proper look at the RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, Electric power sits beside the Econ 2WD Pro trim, while an active listing sets a practical boundary
Engines: Single rear motor: 180 kW and 309 Nm; 63 kWh LFP battery; 373 km NEDC range; 90 kW DC and 6.6 kW AC charging.
Generation: Current first-generation South African RIDDARA RD6 electric double-cab range.
Updates: First South African RD6 retail range verified current in August 2026; no separately marketed local facelift has been announced.
RIDDARA RD6 — Quick Facts
Current derivative price in South Africa: ZAR 747,500 ex-showroom
Power output: 180 kW (241 bhp)
Ground clearance: 225 mm — useful on south african roads and access ramps
Published electric range: 373 km
Battery capacity: 63
Body style: Pickup
RIDDARA RD6 Variants & Prices
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Variant
Trim
Fuel
Efficiency / range
Transmission
Price
Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh
Econ 2wd Pro
Electric373 km (NEDC)
Electric range373 km (NEDC)
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
ZAR 747,500
Econ 4WD Pro 73 kWh
Econ 4wd Pro
Electric424 km (NEDC)
Electric range424 km (NEDC)
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
ZAR 900,000
Horizon Pro 4WD 73 kWh
Horizon Pro
Electric424 km (NEDC)
Electric range424 km (NEDC)
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
ZAR 1,050,000
Cmp
Variant
Trim
Fuel
Efficiency / range
Transmission
Price
Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh
Econ 2wd Pro
Electric373 km (NEDC)
Electric range373 km (NEDC)
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
ZAR 747,500
Econ 4WD Pro 73 kWh
Econ 4wd Pro
Electric424 km (NEDC)
Electric range424 km (NEDC)
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
ZAR 900,000
Horizon Pro 4WD 73 kWh
Horizon Pro
Electric424 km (NEDC)
Electric range424 km (NEDC)
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
ZAR 1,050,000
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RIDDARA RD6 Specifications
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Model Introduced Year
2026
Body Style
Double-cab pickup
Generation
First South African RIDDARA RD6 generation
Model Year
2026
Production Status
active
Segment
Electric double-cab pickup
Vehicle Type
Battery-electric light commercial vehicle
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Facelift History
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Length
5260 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1865 mm
Wheelbase
3120 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
225 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1200 l
Kerb Weight
2005 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3120 kg
Payload Capacity
1115 kg
Towing Capacity
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.1 m
Front Headroom
1033 mm
Rear Headroom
1028 mm
Front Legroom
912 mm
Rear Legroom
951 mm
Engine
Battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
Cylinders
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Valves
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Bore
Not Applicable
Stroke
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
180 kW
Maximum Torque
309 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
1
Motor Location
Rear
Drive Type
RWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Economy, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
63 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
LFP
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
373 km (NEDC)
AC Charging Power
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
90 kW
AC Charging Time
10 h 0 min (0-100%)
DC Charging Time
32 min (30-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Yes
LSD Available
No
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
1
Rear Differential Lock
No
Drivetrain
RWD
Axle Layout
4x2
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
Front Differential Lock
No
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Single fixed reduction ratio
Number of Gears
1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electronic selector
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
330 km
Electric Consumption
16.2 kWh/100 km
Charging Type
AC and DC
Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC; CCS2 DC
Combined Driving Range
373 km (NEDC)
Range Real World Highway
250 km
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
City Mileage
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
2
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
No
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
No
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Brake Override System
Standard
Curtain Airbags
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Knee Airbag
No
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
No
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Indirect
Park Assist
No
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Lane Keep Assist
No
Lane Departure Warning
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Auto Highbeam
No
Auto Wipers
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Around View Monitor
No
Blind Spot Warning
No
Forward Collision Warning
No
Ambient Lighting
No
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
Seat Trim
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Steering Wheel Material
Foam
Heated Seats
No
Ventilated Seats
No
Seat Material
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Keyless Entry
No
Climate Control
Automatic
Power Windows
One-touch down on all four windows; no anti-pinch
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
No
Sunroof
No
Electric Tailgate
Electric tailgate release
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
AC Type
Automatic air conditioning
Android Auto
No
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
Standard
Infotainment System
8-inch central display
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Infotainment Screen
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
Full digital instrument cluster
Roof Rails
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
White, Black, Grey
Fog Lamps
No
Headlights
Halogen
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED Headlamps
No
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
500 mm
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
16.0 deg
Approach Angle
23 deg
Departure Angle
26 deg
Locking Differential
No
Front Brake Type
Disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Tyre Size
225/65 R17
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
T145/80 R18
Wheel Rim Size
17
Rear Suspension
Multi-link independent
Front Suspension
MacPherson independent
Service Plan
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Warranty
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Pricing Role
Current South African retail derivative
Price Zar
747500 ZAR
Ownership Role
Electric double-cab utility and lifestyle derivative
Starting Price
747500
Starting Price Zar
747500
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SVehicle Details12 fields
Market
South Africa
Brand
RIDDARA
Brand Slug
riddara
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
RIDDARA
Model
RD6
OEM URL
https://www.riddara.com/rd6-econ
Source Name
RIDDARA official product and technical material
Source Page URL
https://www.riddara.com/rd6-econ
Source URL
https://www.riddara.com/rd6-econ
Variant
Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh
SMileage & Efficiency6 fields
Fuel Economy Combined
Not Applicable
Fuel Efficiency
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption L 100km
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
Not Applicable
Claimed Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
SPricing & Ownership1 fields
Price Source
Verified South African distributor retail price publication
Driving fit
Where the RIDDARA RD6 Fits Best
A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.
Who buys this
A shopper researching RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh should separate need from showroom appeal. The best buyer for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh can describe a recurring reason for choosing its pickup layout. That may be the space for a family, the access needed for work or the cost of keeping a second vehicle for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh. Start with passengers, cargo, parking, monthly kilometres and road surface for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh. Then compare a pickup body and Electric power with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh
City
Rear-wheel drive, an 8.0-second 0-100 km/h claim and quiet electric response suit urban deliveries and commuting. Around town, RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of engine of Battery-electric powertrain becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a power output of 180 kW is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh out with the load it normally carries. The Econ 2WD Pro trim gives context, but a number cannot show how an active listing feels on a gradient
Off-Road
If the RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a power output of 180 kW against the stated drivetrain. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh. The Econ 2WD Pro trim may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor electric alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh
4.2/5
Hagalu editorial score4.2 out of 5
Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-12
RIDDARA RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh — Should You Buy It?
4.2/5
RIDDARA RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh review: exact South African buying case
Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh is the value-led current RD6 derivative. Its one rear motor produces 180 kW and 309 Nm, while a 63 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery supports a 373 km NEDC claim. The local sheet publishes 1,115 kg payload, 2,500 kg towing, 90 kW DC charging and 6.6 kW AC charging. A verified South African retail price of R747,500 gives buyers a real finance starting point rather than an estimate. The strongest RD6 value case if rear-wheel drive is sufficient and the buyer can prove charging and loaded-route suitability. The score rewards the verified local powertrain, range, charging, payload and towing facts while asking buyers to verify cabin fit and real-world range in the exact vehicle. RIDDARA's verified South African RD6 range now gives buyers a meaningful choice instead of a generic future-model promise. The Econ 2WD Pro is the value-led work-and-lifestyle option. Its single rear motor produces 180 kW and 309 Nm, the 63 kWh LFP battery carries a 373 km NEDC claim, and the local sheet publishes 1,115 kg payload and 2,500 kg towing. Econ 4WD Pro changes the duty profile with two motors, 280 kW, 485 Nm, seven drive modes, a 73 kWh LFP battery, 424 km NEDC range, 1,235 kg payload and 3,000 kg towing. Horizon Pro 4WD is the performance and technology choice: 315 kW, 595 Nm, 4.5-second 0-100 km/h claim, 424 km NEDC range, 3,000 kg towing, 14.6-inch central screen and 10.2-inch driver display. The numbers are impressive, but a good purchase depends on matching them to the job. NEDC should not be treated as a loaded highway or towing promise. Test the exact derivative with representative passengers or cargo, calculate the energy needed for the longest repeated route and confirm charging at both ends. Check tyre load ratings, the towbar specification, trailer electrical connection and the legal payload after accessories. The Econ equipment table is clear about several omissions: it does not claim the advanced assistance suite or a panoramic roof, and its reversing camera is simpler than Horizon's surround-view presentation. That can be a virtue for a cost-focused user, but the quotation must still confirm safety and convenience equipment. Ownership support also matters because this is a young local range. Record the vehicle and high-voltage warranty, service interval, roadside procedure, repair locations, cable allocation and parts process. Numeric pricing is verified across the range, with Horizon Pro 4WD 73 kWh at R1,050,000; compare every derivative on the same deposit, term, interest rate and balloon. Overall, RD6 earns a strong provisional score for capability, electric performance and differentiated derivatives. It stops short of a higher score because cabin dimensions should be verified in the exact vehicle, the R1,050,000 Horizon Pro price demands a clear use case, and loaded South African range still needs broader independent experience.
Desk research:
Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review.
This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.
Safety4.0/5 · 20%
Value4.5/5 · 20%
Practicality4.5/5 · 20%
Ownership4.1/5 · 15%
Powertrain suitability4.1/5 · 15%
Comfort & technology3.8/5 · 10%
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RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.
Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh is the value-led current RD6 derivative. RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Electric power and accept the limitation represented by a South African price reference of R747,500
What's Good
✓Body style: Pickup
✓Fuel type: Electric
✓Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear
✓Trim: Econ 2WD Pro
✓Status: active
✓South African price: R747,500
✓Engine: Battery-electric powertrain
✓Power output: 180 kW
✓Gearbox: Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Watch Out For
✕Exact equipment for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh can vary by derivative.
✕Real fuel use for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh depends on route, load and weather.
✕The written RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh quotation should be checked before purchase.
✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh budget.
✕A short RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
✕RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
✕The adjacent RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh grade may suit a different workload.
✕Published RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh figures are planning references, not guarantees.
✕Buyers should confirm RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh stock and support terms.
Test turning space with the actual load, watch mirror coverage and verify that the 373 km NEDC claim leaves enough reserve after traffic, weather and detours. Check tyre, traction and recovery needs before rough access roads. The final check on RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh is ordinary but important. Confirm Electric power, the Econ 2WD Pro trim, an active listing and a South African price reference of R747,500 on the written South African quotation. For a useful RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh ownership decision, compare the version immediately below and above it using the same deposit, term, annual distance and insurance assumptions. The gap in engine of Battery-electric powertrain may be worth paying when it removes a daily inconvenience, but not when it adds capability that will never be used. The same discipline applies to a power output of 180 kW: treat a claimed consumption, range, payload or clearance figure as a planning reference and test the real vehicle with a normal load. That is where the headline 747500 becomes a meaningful South African buying figure rather than a search-result number
RIDDARA RD6 FAQs
The current recommended retail price listed for the RIDDARA RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh is R747,500. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.
The current south african range comprises Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh, Econ 4WD Pro 73 kWh, Horizon Pro 4WD 73 kWh. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.
The listed ground clearance for the RIDDARA RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh is 225 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.
A shopper researching RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh should separate need from showroom appeal. The best buyer for RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh can describe a recurring reason for choosing its pickup layout.
Rear-wheel drive, an 8.0-second 0-100 km/h claim and quiet electric response suit urban deliveries and commuting. Around town, RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration.
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the RD6 Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWh out with the load it normally carries. The Econ 2WD Pro trim gives context, but a number cannot show how an active listing feels on a gradient
Verified model gallery; confirm the selected derivative's exact equipment before ordering
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